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And, the rug would probably capture the dust, and keep it off the books, as opposed to us kicking it up from a hardwood floor when we come in. Not to sure about the coffee pot. Maybe with a dehumidifier, it would be okay.

Cedar does seem to make sense. One of the articles tartan_skirt linked to also mentioned lining shelves with conservation board. Acid free seems to be the thing. And tartan - I think we are all a little nerdy here - but in a good way! It makes life interesting! Normal is definately boring.

I completely agree about the fireplace, and I luckily have such a room. My books are also in closets and piled on the floor. Unfortunately, recently some that were piled under a window got soaking wet and now are ruined. I was so upset and swore that I was going to properly store my books...

How has everyone constructed their personal library. What type of shelving do you use? Is there a best wood for the job (untreated? hard? soft?) Do you have a room specifically for your library, or do you use a common area? How do you maintain it: dust, wear, tear, etc.? Should books be...

I do re-read some books, but there are so many books out there that I haven't read, that I try not to do it unless I LOVE the book. I think some books also lend themselves to re-reading. Those that are complex, and finely detailed. Others are so simple, and plot driven, that I don't ever...

Tartan_skirt, I am interested in your reaction to Frankenstein. Was it your first time reading it and what did you think? I think we all come to this book with preconceived notions, and then they get shot down. I loved it.

My June books were: The Group - McCarthy The Historian - Kostova (for the 2nd time) Ex Libris (didn't finish - not really into it, surprisingly) Started The Last Templar and am almost finished it. Good story so far. Light reading though.

Don't forget that accomplished readers should also have a number of contemporary and foreign (meaning not English) novels under their belts. I recommend: any Toni Morrison - (Paradis being my favorite, but also her most difficult) Woman Warrior by Maxine Hong Kingston - This is one of a...

This sounds awesome. I can't wait. My school does have a language program, so thanks for the tip. I am so afraid that I am going to be way out of my league. I was at the top of my class at my undergrad, but it wasn't an ivy league school. I feel like I didn't learn anything. And the GRE's...

Fantasy Moon, Did you like the Historian? I love that book and can't wait to see what else she comes up with. I wonder what she has in the works now?

Is any graduate students or former graduate students of Literature in the house? If so, let us in on the secrets. What is grad school really l ike? What type of literature did you work on? Where did you go to school? Who do you think has the best literature/english grad program? Any advice...

You're funny. I think I will pick it up.

I've read alot of these, and I would say the easiest (since it is for a class) is the Great Gatsby (although I hate the characters in it). I found Watership down somewhat slow, and Faulkner is absolutely the hardest (but most facinating) out of the bunch. Short stories are always good to...

I used to pen up all my books, but then stopped, because I also like to pass books on, and I am sef-conscious about my notes. Maybe I will start a small journal. I hate when I am trying to find a quote or thought, and I have to reread everything to find it.

I was wondering if this was a book worth reading. I must confess that I did not like Kite Runner, although I think the problem is that I hate the main character. The book is well written and incredibly insightful, but when you hate a main character, it kind of ruins it. He was such a whiney...